Unseen side of Viswanathan Anand: Watch Chess maestro sing Roxanne's 'You Don't Have To' in concert crowd

Indian Chess maestro Viswanathan Anand surprised the online community when he shared a video of himself belting out the classic hit 'Roxanne' by Sting during Lollapalooza 2024. The video quickly went viral, showcasing a different facet of Anand that many hadn't witnessed before.

In the X post caption, Anand shared the backstory, expressing his early admiration for songs like 'Every Breath You Take' and 'Roxanne' by The Police, which left a lasting impact on him. Over the years, these songs and Sting's solo albums have become a constant presence on his playlist. The video captures Anand's unfiltered enjoyment as he stands amidst a lively crowd, singing along to the iconic tune 'Roxanne.'

On January 29, Anand also tweeted another video, this time featuring the band Sting, perhaps emphasizing his deep appreciation for the music that has influenced him.


He also posted a photo with his son from the concert.


Since the post was shared, it has garnered three lakh views, along with over 5,000 likes and numerous comments. The online community expressed their surprise and delight at seeing this side of Viswanathan Anand.

Reactions poured in on the comment section of the post:

One individual exclaimed, "This is so cool."

A second commenter shared, "Wow, that’s awesome."

A third person added, "Wow. This is a side of Vishy that was unseen."

“I’ve never seen this side of Vishy before,” remarked a fourth.

A fifth humorously questioned, “What parallel universe is this!?”

Viswanathan Anand's unexpected musical performance at Lollapalooza 2024 has undoubtedly left an indelible mark on his fans, revealing a side of the chess legend that goes beyond the board.